ORIGIN

1925 Hupmobile Wrecker/Midget Pusher

This 1925 Hupmobile (chassis E3332) tow truck runs a Chrysler straight 8 and 3-speed transmission, though it’s not mentioned if these were swapped in before or after its late 70’s restoration. Originally used by a Hupp dealer in Rockville, Connecticut, it served through the tail end of the 1940’s and is said to have been used primarily as a push and service vehicle at oval track midget races. Find it here on eBay in Tolland, Connecticut with reserve not met.

Great example of the once common practice of taking larger cars (many Full Classics) and repurposing them as pick up trucks and wreckers later in life. Except few were treated to the restoration this one has been.

That, and the local history make this pretty cool. Hopefully it stays in CT

Also, I am glad BaT has titled this as a wrecker/midget pusher. Flipping the terms around may have been just as grammatically correct (midget pusher/wrecker) but it would leave the door open for misinterpretation. I mean, it’s one thing to push a little person, but wrecking one? That’s just mean.

With the popularity of vintage oval (dirt & pavement) events increasing, this would be the perfect infield accompaniment for any number of those shows. Betcha a donut that your pit passes would always be paid for too.